Filipino long sword info requested

AHite · 16th February 2025, 03:51 AM

I recently acquired this long sword at a military show. Supposedly a bring back from the Philippines. I believe it came from the Luzon region, with the leather scabbard. The hilt and guard are somewhat European in style. The handle grip is hardwood, with brass on each end. The guard is formed from iron. The blade measures 23 inches (58.43 cm) in length, and overall length is 27-1/2" (69.85 cm). The blade is fairly heavy with a thick spine.

I am wondering what the age of this sword is. Could it be from the Spanish-American War or Philippine Insurrection era? Thanks for any information!

Andrew

Sajen · 16th February 2025, 01:56 PM

Beautiful sword! And yes, I would agree, Central Luzon. Age guesses from me mid. to end of the 19th century, so it could have been used to the time of the Spanish-American war or also at the Insurrection era IMVHO.

Regards,
Detlef

Ian · 17th February 2025, 03:12 AM

I also think it is from the late part of the Spanish Colonial period or shortly after. Nice sword.

AHite · 18th February 2025, 08:19 PM

Thanks for the feedback on my sword!

16th February 2025, 03:51 AM	#1
AHite Member Join Date: Dec 2022 Posts: 52	Filipino long sword info requested I recently acquired this long sword at a military show. Supposedly a bring back from the Philippines. I believe it came from the Luzon region, with the leather scabbard. The hilt and guard are somewhat European in style. The handle grip is hardwood, with brass on each end. The guard is formed from iron. The blade measures 23 inches (58.43 cm) in length, and overall length is 27-1/2" (69.85 cm). The blade is fairly heavy with a thick spine. I am wondering what the age of this sword is. Could it be from the Spanish-American War or Philippine Insurrection era? Thanks for any information! Andrew Attached Images

16th February 2025, 01:56 PM	#2
Sajen Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Germany, Dortmund Posts: 9,078	Beautiful sword! And yes, I would agree, Central Luzon. Age guesses from me mid. to end of the 19th century, so it could have been used to the time of the Spanish-American war or also at the Insurrection era IMVHO. Regards, Detlef

17th February 2025, 03:12 AM	#3
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,303	I also think it is from the late part of the Spanish Colonial period or shortly after. Nice sword.

18th February 2025, 08:19 PM	#4
AHite Member Join Date: Dec 2022 Posts: 52	Thanks for the feedback on my sword!